10 Martini Glasses That Make a Case for Classic Cocktails

The right glass can take a cocktail from passable to pleasing. Luckily, when it comes to classics, most can be served in martini glasses. Of course, the beverage that tastes best in these sleek, sexy glasses is the one that inspired the cup’s design—the martini. It’s delicious in its simplicity, as it’s stirred with only three ingredients: gin and vermouth, and either olives or a lemon peel. Like the martini itself, martini glasses have evolved over the years, which, as design-obsessed shopping editors, we welcome.

A traditional martini glass boasts an iconic V-shape, but the conical base and wide, round rim make spills inevitable, which is when the coupe—a round shallow glass—is superior. These days, martinis are perfectly acceptable in both options, so glass-blowers, barware experts, and design enthusiasts have taken it upon themselves to spruce them up for a more contemporary approach to cocktails.

Ahead, we rounded up our top 10 picks from around the Internet, including famed glassware designer Estelle Colored Glass, Fortessa, and more. So if you want to dress up your bar cart or plan a soirée at home, these are the best martini glasses to get the job done. Did we mention that all of our favorite finds come in a set? So whether you want two or six, we’ve got you covered. Plus, plenty of these stylish sets are under $30, so there’s no need to go overboard with your spending.